The rising cost of living is grabbing all the attention right now as people struggle to pay the increasing prices. But in the meantime, our collective wealth has been growing steadily and is being transferred to the next generation at increasing rates.
It is a special feeling to welcome a new child or grandchild into the world and watch them grow. Sharing their joy as they reach new milestones is priceless.
Engaging in detailed conversations about the importance of generational wealth with members of your family, or significant others, holds great significance.
Money has always been a sensitive topic that many people find difficult to discuss with their wider family.
As our parents' age, having conversations about their financial situation becomes increasingly important.
Money can be a sensitive topic in relationships, and different people have different attitudes towards it. Just as with love languages, there is also the concept of "money love languages."
Many parents and grandparents worry about how to help the children in their lives achieve financial independence. But the value of long-term investment can seem like a dry and complicated idea for kids to get their heads around.
Until recently, financial abuse was often kept secret, especially where it occurred within the family. Thankfully that’s changing with public awareness campaigns and help becoming more readily available.
What help is available after separation? How do you start to map your financial future when your relationship ends? What are the first steps you need to take? What should you be prepared for?
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It’s probably not the sexiest thing the two of you have on the to-do list but putting off talking about your financial expectations could see you butting heads.
What will happen to your superannuation following separation? How is superannuation division decided? How can you arrange to split super with your ex-partner? Find out more in this article.
Money makes the world go around. But when it comes to relationships, it can sometimes stop them in their tracks. To help us navigate these sometimes challenging conversations, we are joined by Financial Adviser Gretel Chiswell.
The number of young adults living in the family home well into adulthood is growing. ABS data indicates, amongst adults under 35, nearly one third are still at home, and the trend is on the rise.
Perhaps your partner is a spender while you prefer to save, they live in the now and you prefer to plan for your future, or you are both working towards separate goals and can’t meet in the middle.
Being financially secure is a top life goal for many Australians. The exact measure of financial security is different for everyone depending on your stage of life, lifestyle, liabilities and of course your goals and dreams.
Is your friend circle sending you broke? How can you prioritise reaching your financial goals without sacrificing your social life? How should you split expenses with your partner? Does it feel like you are always the one who ends up paying more? What if your partner is on a much higher salary?
When you consider finances are a leading cause of stress in Australians it is not surprising to hear it is also one of the top reasons for separation and divorce. Navigating finances can be challenging in a relationship at the best of times, let alone amidst the Coronavirus pandemic. So, how can you prepare and manage your finances for divorce or separation and what extra steps should be taken into consideration during the current market environment?
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